Substation Engineer

About The Client:

Our client are a well-established engineering consulting firm with decades of experience, active in electric utility and gas projects, including substations, T&D, and renewables.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently lead the design and modification of new and existing substation facilities.
• Prepare project scopes, conceptual site layouts, single-line diagrams, budget estimates, and engineering documentation.
• Produce and update detailed substation drawings using CAD software.
• Revise as-built drawings based on field verification and construction changes.
• Design site grading plans and develop Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) containment systems.
• Create detailed engineering packages, including grounding plans, conduit routing, equipment layouts, and control building designs.
• Prepare complete technical specifications, construction drawings, and bid documentation.
• Review and approve vendor drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Perform field inspections to validate construction quality and verify design implementation.

The successful candidate must have/show:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 4+ years experience in substation design.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical documentation and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Comprehensive understanding of substation equipment, including power transformers, circuit breakers, capacitor banks, and related infrastructure.
• Desire to progress.
• Great communication skills.